🚨 New 2026 Polls Shake Washington: Trump Approval Slides to 37% as Voters Signal Economic Concerns

Early 2026 Polling Highlights Shifting Public Sentiment

Recent public opinion surveys from early 2026 suggest changing perceptions of presidential performance between Donald Trump and Joe Biden.

Trump reportedly began his second term with an approval rating near 47%, but more recent polling places that figure closer to 37% — marking his lowest level of support in this term so far. Analysts attribute much of the decline to movement among independent voters and ongoing concerns about inflation and broader economic conditions. In one survey, 49% of respondents said Trump’s current policies have placed the country on the wrong track, though supporters point to internal assessments citing a 54% accomplishment rate during his first year.

By comparison, Biden’s average approval rating at a similar point in his term stood at approximately 48.7%, a figure some analysts interpret as reflecting comparatively steadier public backing during that stage of his presidency.

Despite these fluctuations, the electorate remains sharply divided along party lines. Political experts caution that approval ratings can shift quickly, especially as the 2026 midterm elections approach and new economic or geopolitical developments emerge.